Resources
SEIA produces a variety of research and other supporting resources for the solar industry, ranging from full reports to short factsheets. This data helps inform policymakers and business leaders alike on the current state of solar and where the industry is headed.
Low-Income Solar Policy Guide
The growth of solar in the United States provides a tremendous opportunity to address some of the greatest challenges faced by lower-income communities: the high cost of housing, unemployment, and pollution.
Diversity & InclusionSolar Heating & Cooling Case Study - Cargill Meat Processing
Working towards the goal of fully sustainable producti on, Cargill worked to have one of California’s largest solar water heating arrays installed on its flagship beef production facility in the state.
Solar TechnologiesInvestment Tax Credit for Energy Storage
Energy storage systems are being deployed with residential, commercial and utility applications, helping all generation sources connected to the grid become more efficient and cost-competitive. Encompassing a multitude of technologies, including chemical batteries, thermal, and pumped hydro, energy storage stores excess energy and converts it back to electricity when most needed.
Finance & Tax | Rooftop Solar | Solar Technologies | Utility-Scale SolarDER and the Non-Wires Solutions Opportunity
This whitepaper, the fifth in SEIA's series on grid modernization, focuses on the ways in which utilities are deferring traditional distribution grid investments with investments in distributed energy resources (DER).
State Solar PolicySolar Heating & Cooling Case Study - Wheaton College
In August 2017, Wheaton College installed a solar hot water system on the roof of its Haas Athletic Center.
Solar TechnologiesSolar Heating & Cooling Case Study - Larkspur Commons
Larkspur Commons has 136 units ranging from 1-3 bedrooms that are rented out to families earning less than 50-60% of the area’s median income.
Solar Technologies